Meet Drew McLean. Drew was born and raised in Kamloops. He is a realist who wants to see the city's entertainment industry thrive.
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kamloops?
Kamloopsian, born & raised.
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
The collective I call family.
What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
Kelly O'Bryan's, wonderful people, great atmosphere and can enjoy an evening or a meal with the entire clan.
Describe yourself in one word.
Realist.
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
The Maritimes, for the people and the incredible sights.
What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
Slo-pitch at Tournament Capital Ranch or Dick Hart Park.
What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
Allegedly as a young child, I would run around the house with a towel around my neck like a cape, perhaps not wearing anything else.
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
I'm truly inspired whenever I see someone succeed, or face their own struggles head-on, or help others out. Inspiring acts are everywhere.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
My mother took my brother and I to a double feature of Star Wars & The Empire Strikes Back before Return Of The Jedi came out, that was a great day.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
My lady and I support almost anything related to helping kids (Chocolates, Raffles, etc), Heart & Stroke Foundation, BC Wildlife Park, and GoFundMe campaigns sometimes too.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I would love to see less hypocrisy and more tolerance.
Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
Not quite in Kamloops, but the Starlight Drive-In (Enderby) is my getaway.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
Revitalizing the downtown core. I believe is a key area that can help Kamloops become a more vibrant city and improve our civic pride.
What do you think makes Kamloops great?
the people, the recreational options & the climate.
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
Make sure everyone i care about knows it while we are still around.
Watch a Dallas Cowboys game in Dallas, Tx with my brutha Dan (ideally against the Seahawks so that the Cowboys lose, sorry Dan).
Enjoy it, every part of it as long as I can.
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
My first name is not Andrew (or Drew).
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media?
KammercePromotions or MPRO 4 Entertainment, @kammerce33 (Twitter/Instagram), Drew McLean.
What is the name of your business/organization?
Kammerce Promotions (owner) & MPRO 4 Entertainment (partner).
Why did you get into/start this business?
wanted to see more live entertainment in Kamloops (comedy/music).
What is the goal of your business?
Support artists while providing more outlets to escape the mundane aspects of life thru Music/Comedy/Variety.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Time management.
What do you always find yourself saying?
If you ask me for my opinion, you will hear it.
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Try not to worry about the things you can not control.
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Elon Musk, to me he is a visionary that has the courage to do what many others feel is impossible and has an innate ability to persevere when faced with challenges. Also, he is peculiar which is interesting and relatable to me. Notable mentions: Ellen Degeneres, Dave Letterman, Barack Obama & Mark Hamill.
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
Shopping locally = stronger Kamloops.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
My kids are caring, authentic, non-conformists & slightly off-kilter, this pleases me to no end. ;)
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Greg Nalleweg is a great guy, business owner, father and actively supports many community events & organizations, Kamloops such as organizing/sponsoring the Annual Hospice Charity Golf Tournament, Wild Sheep Society of BC & Kamloops Rotary West.
My choice for the KamloopsBCNow In Focus spotlight is:
Greg Nalleweg.
Some general comments I would like to share are:
someone else's light does not diminish yours, celebrate the successes of those you know & care about, support them when you can or let them know you are there for them if they are having a bad run at life for the moment.
We encourage you to leave your comments and words of support below and submit your own nomination by clicking HERE. You are also welcome to submit a form of your own by clicking HERE. Thank you, Kamloops.
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